Podcast Episode #10
Embracing the Chaos: A Working Mom’s Reset for Tough Days
In this solo episode, Tia Graham speaks to high-achieving working moms who feel like one hard day can wipe out all the things they’re doing right. She names the reality: the demands are heavy, the feedback loop in parenting is inconsistent, and when life gets messy, it’s easy to turn the stress inward and question your worth. Tia shares a personal moment of blaming herself for her child’s struggles, only to later learn her child had a rare disability, as a reminder that not every challenge is a reflection of your parenting.
Her reset is a simple framework for the toughest days: name it (this is a hard day), take your meds (your non-negotiable self-care like movement, nourishment, rest, and grounding), and notice your thoughts (catch the harsh story and challenge it). She also calls out the perfectionism trap that labels any imperfect moment as failure, and replaces it with something more sustainable: self-compassion, tracking small wins, and remembering that being a good mom isn’t about being flawless, it’s about staying present and resilient through the chaos.
HERE ARE THE 3 KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE:
1️⃣ A hard day doesn’t mean you’re failing.
2️⃣ Use: name it, take your meds, notice your thoughts.
3️⃣ Drop perfection, track small wins.
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